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Pattern for Man's Shirt

Rosalia Lane

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a pattern layout with instructions. It shows a series of geometric shapes representing a sewing pattern, with marked pieces labeled with letters like A, B1, E, among others. Annotations next to each shape offer instructions or descriptions related to each piece, detailing assembly, fabric folds, cutting lines, and guidance for garment construction. The shapes are arranged in an organized manner on the page, with measurements and directions indicated by lines and labels.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3451 × 4468 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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